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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris, and Sids dive into the wildest

marathon stories—both on and off the pitch. Sids reveals the highs and lows of training for the

London Marathon, while Pete shares an unexpected encounter from his own race experience. The

lads also react to an incredible story from a listener who ran 95 marathons in 61 days (yes, really!).

The conversation takes a turn as they discuss luck vs. talent in football—does being in the right

place at the right time matter more than skill? Crouchy reflects on the moments that made (and

nearly broke) his career, while Sids shares his experience at Arsenal, where he might have been at

the right club at the wrong time.

Elsewhere, they tackle live TV chaos (including Joe Hart’s accidental on-air blunder), Chris’s roast

dinner that led to an impromptu session on the pints, and the latest pod invention—an actual That

Peter Crouch Podcast board game! The concept? Stay out of the doghouse and survive the ultimate

pub crawl. Would you play it?

Let us know in the comments—what’s the luckiest moment in your career? Would you take on the

95-marathon challenge? And most importantly… should Sids actually run the marathon dressed as a

pudding?!

Don't forget to subscribe, drop us a review, and stay tuned for more podcast chaos next week!

00:00:00 – Marathon Training Updates

00:09:50 – He ran Across Australia Listening to the Pod

00:22:00 – How Luck Shapes a Footballer’s Career

00:31:30 – Crouchy’s QPR Breakthrough

00:42:15 – A Cutthroat World: Football Academies

00:55:30 – “Doghouse" - The Board Game

01:02:02 – Closing Thoughts & Fan Messages

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Peter

Arsenal 2 - 0 Chelsea

Everton 1 - 0 West Ham

Southampton 1 - 3 Wolves

Chris

Arsenal 2 - 1 Chelsea

Everton 2 - 1 West Ham

Southampton 1 - 2 Wolves

Sids

Arsenal 2 - 2 Chelsea

Everton 1 - 1 West Ham

Southampton 0 - 0 WolvesPeter

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris, and Sids dive into one of the biggest football debates of the week, has Arteta completely lost the plot? After his dramatic press conference walkout, the lads break down the pressures of managing a Premier League club and the mind games involved.

Elsewhere, they discuss the madness of Gazza, Stack, and Ruddock, legendary players who defined chaos on and off the pitch.But that’s not all, Salah’s future at Liverpool is under the microscope, with rumours of an unbelievable exit plan.

Meanwhile, Cheltenham fever is in full swing, and the boys discuss the wildest betting stories, the unexpected connection between Cheltenham and Benidorm, and whether Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations get too out of hand for footballers.

Got a Cheltenham tip or a story about a footballer meltdown? Drop it in the comments!

00:00 | Intro

08:45 | Arteta Walks Out!

16:20 | Salah’s Leaving Liverpool?!

22:40 | The Forgotten Football Rule

31:50 | Last Night’s Football Drama Analyzed

43:15 | Gazza, Stack & Ruddock Madness

47:25 | The Link Between Cheltenham & Benidorm

56:00 | Closing Thoughts & Next Episode Tease

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris, and Sids dive

into one of football’s biggest challenges… longevity.

What does it take to keep playing at the highest level for years? Is it down to fitness,

mentality, or just plain luck? The lads break down the secrets behind long careers,

from training regimens to dressing room power struggles. 

They also reveal the telltale

signs that a player’s time is up, plus the legends who somehow defied the clock.

And of course, there are plenty of ridiculous stories along the way. If you think footballers have it easy, this one might change your mind.

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[00:00:00] – What does longevity mean?

[00:05:30] – The biggest factor for a long career

[00:10:15] – The players who defied time

[00:20:20] – The modern approach to longevity

[00:25:50] – How football veterans stay motivated

[00:30:00] – Dressing room dynamics

[00:35:45] – Knowing when it’s time to retire

[00:40:10] – Is longevity harder now?

[00:47:00] – The key to a long football career

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Pete - 47

Sids - 46

Chris - 42

Final Scores from the weekend

Man Utd 1-1 Fulham

Bournemouth 1-1 Wolves

Newcastle 1-2 Brighton

Predictions (at 90 mins)

Pete

Man Utd 1-3 Fulham (0pts)

Bournemouth 1-1 Wolves (3pts)

Newcastle 3-2 Brighton (0pts)

Chris

Man Utd 1- 2 Fulham (0pts)

Bournemouth 2-1 Wolves (0pts)

Newcastle 2-0 Brighton (0pts)

Sids

Man Utd 0-2 Fulham (0pts)

Bournemouth 3-1 Wolves (0pts)

Newcastle 2-3 Brighton (0pts)

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris, and Sids dive deep into the

madness that is Vanarama, the game that’s taken over football! The lads discuss the hilarious chaos

it’s brought to the pod and even pitch getting a major pop star to record the theme song.

Elsewhere, the boys break down the biggest FA Cup shocks, discuss Wayne Rooney’s savage take

on Manchester United, and question whether Arsenal’s attack is strong enough to win the league.

Plus, Pete shares the story of a tackle so bad he had to apologise to Fabregas after the game!

And of course, it wouldn’t be That Peter Crouch Podcast without some top-tier Doghouse stories,

including a pre-written poem for a girlfriend who’s about to find out her fella has definitely messed

up.

Oh, and if you’ve ever wondered what a game of Vanarama with animals would look like… well,

let’s just say you’re in for a treat.

Let us know in the comments—who’s got the worst football fine story? 👀

00:00 - Welcome to That Peter Crouch Podcast

00:01 - Vanarama Game Takes Over Football!

00:07 - FA Cup Predictions

00:18 - Peter Crouch’s Shocking Tackle

00:26 - The Key to Forest’s Success

00:32 - The Ultimate Doghouse Dilemma

00:36 - Playing Vanarama with Animals?!

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris, and Sids dive headfirst into

the world of football rivalries—from the biggest derby days to the strangest grudges you never

knew existed. 

The lads relive their personal experiences of playing in heated matches, including the

madness of Brighton vs. Palace, the infamous Stoke vs. Arsenal clash, and the sheer hatred of Villa

vs. Birmingham.

But rivalries aren’t just for the pitch—managers, pundits, and even mascots get involved too.

Sidwell shares his nightmare journey through hostile Palace fans, while Pete breaks down why

some players never let things go (yes, Roy Keane, we’re looking at you). 

Plus, we dive into the weirdest football club owners and uncover the hidden rivalries in football punditry.

Let us know in the comments—who is your biggest footballing rival? And if you're currently locked

in a personal or workplace rivalry, we want to hear about it!

00:00 – Intro 

04:30 – Second Clubs

07:30 – Dressing Room Drama

18:00 – Getting Personal

27:10 – The angriest tackles in football

30:45 – Dion Dublin

39:20 – Off the Pitch

50:15 – Club Owners

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Current standings:

Pete - 44

Sids - 46

Chris - 42

Scores from weekend:

Man City 0-2 Liverpool

Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea

Newcastle 4-3 Forest

Petes Predictions

Man City 1-2 Liverpool (1pts)

Aston Villa 3-1 Chelsea (1pts)

Newcastle 2-1 Forest (1pts)

Sids Predictions

Mancity 1-3 Liverpool (1pts)

Aston Villa 2-0 Chelsea (1pts)

Newcastle 1-0 Forest (1pts)

Chris Predictions

Man City 2-1 Liverpool (0pts)

Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea (3pts)

Newcastle 1-1 Forest (0pts)

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris, and Sid’s go head-to-head with their FA Cup predictions—who’s getting knocked out, and who’s pulling off the biggest upset?

The lads also introduce the world to the Vanaramagame, the latest football-themed debate that’s taking over group chats everywhere. Plus, Liverpool’s dominance, Man City’s struggles, and why the forgotten backpass rule never gets punished.

Finally, a few legendary listener stories and the biggest talking points from the weekend’s matches. Don’t forget to subscribe and drop your FA Cup predictions in the comments!

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris, and Sid delve into one of the most compelling themes in football—Redemption. Whether it’s a player bouncing back from a career-threatening injury, a manager proving the doubters wrong, or a team rising from the ashes, the lads explore what it truly means to have a comeback story. From Peter Crouch’s own redemption after a red card against Real Madrid to Stuart Pearce’s iconic penalty redemption for England, the episode is packed with gripping tales of resilience. The boys also take a deep dive into legendary redemption arcs like Ronaldo R9’s triumphant return to win the 2002 World Cup and David Beckham’s transformation from national villain to England’s hero. Plus, they discuss Marcus Rashford’s current struggles, Gareth Southgate’s managerial journey, and the most shocking comebacks in football history.

But it wouldn’t be That Peter Crouch Podcast without a bit of chaos—expect tales of marathon training, pub crawls, and, of course, an outrageous listener email about a reverse cowgirl toilet disaster. Buckle up for a wild ride through football’s greatest redemption arcs and let us know in the comments—what’s your biggest football redemption story?

00:00:00 – Crouchy, Sid, and Chris kick things off (Marathon training & pub crawl idea)

00:03:02 – Introducing the theme of Redemption: What does it really mean?

00:05:18 – Crouchy’s own redemption story—Red card in Madrid to hero at Stoke

00:08:10 – How players deal with failure and bounce back stronger

00:12:23 – Harry Redknapp’s brilliant man-management after Crouchy’s mistake

00:15:05 – Sidwell’s nightmare: Back-to-back red cards and a season ruined

00:22:51 – Ronaldo R9’s incredible return from near career-ending injury

00:31:07 – David Beckham’s redemption arc—From villain to national hero

00:34:59 – Managers who’ve had redemption arcs—Postecoglou & Southgate

00:37:06 – What would true redemption for Gareth Southgate look like?

00:40:01 – The chaotic listener email about a toilet disaster

00:45:18 – The weekly Crouchy quote & final thoughts on Redemption

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In this episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy checks in from a ski trip while Chris Stark and Steve Sidwell hold down the fort, with Sidwell performing an unexpected power move by claiming Crouch’s seat, stirring tension just as he surges to the top of their fantasy football league—raising the stakes on the brutal forfeit looming for the loser.

They dive into major Premier League clashes Manchester City vs. Liverpool and Aston Villa vs. Chelsea as well as the reactions from last weekends football.

Off the pitch, Chris shares a jaw-dropping fan encounter that helped him skip a two-hour queue at the Natural History Museum—showing the unexpected power of the pod community. The gang also brainstorms the most humiliating forfeits yet, including live poetry readings at football stadiums and a wild card idea involving apology cards for Moonpig’s "Dog House" section.

00:00:00 – Crouch Calls In from the Slopes

00:01:00 – The Power Move: Sidwell Takes the Throne

00:03:00 – Sidwell Surges Ahead

00:06:00 – Chris Stark’s Fan Encounter at the Natural History Museum

00:09:00 – Valentine’s 11: The Filthy Guess They Can’t Say Out Loud

00:11:00 – Man City vs. Liverpool: The Most Divisive Prediction Yet

00:18:00 – Aston Villa vs. Chelsea: Why Villa Might Destroy Them

00:23:00 – Newcastle vs. Forest: The Home Advantage Debate

00:26:00 – Sidwell’s Stag-Do Pep Talk: “No One Gets Left Behind”

00:28:00 – The Dog House Card: Crouch’s Genius Apology Hack

00:34:00 – The Forfeit From Hell: Live Poetry at a Football Stadium?

00:37:00 – The Secret Life of Stewards: Tactical Geniuses or Glorified Traffic Cones?

00:42:00 – Pub 11 & The New Game: Who Sits in the Middle of the Van?

00:44:00 – Wrap-Up: More Chaos Coming Next Week

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What really separates great football managers from the rest? In this episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Peter Crouch, Notorious SID, and Chris Stark dive deep into the hidden skill that defines success in football management. From Graham Potter’s bizarre motivational tactics—including getting players to take part in theatre and musical productions—to managers who completely lost the dressing room, they reveal how the best leaders get inside players' heads and inspire peak performance.

Crouchy shares inside stories from the England squad, including how Sven-Göran Eriksson’s team sheet mistake left him fuming, and why some players simply don’t care about football. The lads also discuss other strange motivation techniques, from factory visits to unexpected dressing room speeches, and debate whether footballers today lack the same hunger as past generations.

00:00 - Welcome to the Show

03:00 - Sven-Göran Eriksson’s Team Sheet Blunder

08:30 - The Hidden Messages in Manager’s Team Talks

12:45 - Why Do Footballers Cover Their Mouths?

17:10 - Graham Potter’s Bizarre Motivation Tactics

22:40 - The Factory Visit That Changed Players’ Perspectives

27:15 - “Some Players Just Don’t Care”

33:50 - What It’s Like to Play Under a Truly Motivational Manager

38:20 - The Dressing Room Speech That Left Players Speechless

43:10 - How Managers Use Mind Games to Get the Best Out of Players

48:05 - The Most Important Skill for a Football Manager

52:30 - The Power of Motivation in Every Job

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Current standings: 

Pete - 39

Sids - 40

Chris - 37

Scores from the weekend

Villa 2-1 Spurs 

Everton 0-2 Bournemouth

Brighton 2-1 Chelsea

Pete 

Villa 2-2 Spurs (0pts)

Everton 1-1 Bournemouth (0pts)

Brighton 1-3 Chelsea (0pts)

Chris

Villa 2-1 Spurs (3pts)

Everton 1-2 Bournemouth (1pts)

Brighton 2-2 Chelsea (0pts)

Sids

Villa 2-0 Spurs (1pts)

Everton 2-0 Bournemouth (0pts)

Brighton 1-2 Chelsea (0pts)

On today’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy Chris and Sids are giving their reactions to what was possibly the greatest derby ever played!!

In the final Merseyside Derby ever to be played at Goodison, the lads look how Tarkowski’s last second, thrilling equaliser may have inadvertently landed all the Everton faithful in the doghouse…

In what was also a thrilling week for the lads own league, Chris’ trust in the process has helped flip the league completely on it’s head and left the big man’s bum well and truly squeaking as Sid’s propelled himself into the lead with a MASSIVE 4 POINTER!!

And stay tuned, as the lads give their predictions for this weekends big clashes, including Spurs v Man Utd, Palace v Everton and Leicester v Arsenal. 

Let us know your predictions in the comments!

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